Definition of morphogen
:a diffusible chemical substance that exerts control over morphogenesis especially by forming a gradient in concentration
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First Known Use of morphogen
1950
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morphogen
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mor·pho·gen
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ˈmȯr-fə-jən, -ˌjen
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medical Definition of morphogen
:a diffusible chemical substance that exerts control over morphogenesis especially by forming a gradient in concentration
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